Greetings from all of us to all of you!

Yesterday in our studio we recorded a musical greeting for you all.... It's too big to share here so please follow the link to our Youtube channel to watch.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-kLU44RYhA
enjoy and thanks!

December 4, 2017

Happy December to you all!  We don't have a version of "Blow Ye Winds" to share with you today, which would be very fitting for all of us in the Midwest....
So instead, here's a so-far-untitled clip from a few weeks ago....
Enjoy and Thanks!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_rhFRUIQnY

Happy Halloween!!

Thank you to everyone who came out on Sunday afternoon!  For those of you who, for any reason, couldn't make it.... we have posted some "highlights" from the day at our Youtube channel.
http://www.youtube.com/heartconsortmusic
There were some new tunes and fun versions of favorites. Hope you enjoy the music and have a fun, spooky and safe Halloween!

10/23/17

Please Join Us! 

10/9/17

#MusicMonday
Last weekend we had a lovely time playing for Mt. Vernon's "Porchfest".  Here the first of a few videos from that day.   
https://youtu.be/sEaQv8BI0iA

10/2/17

Our hearts are heavy and our thoughts are with all of those affected by the tragedy in Las Vegas.
"Lost and Found" is a soothing tune.
http://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/lost-found       Peace to one and all. 

9/26/17

Join us this Sunday at 313 3rd Ave. SW, Mt. Vernon, Iowa for a fun afternoon -
Weather forecast says it will be a gorgeous day too!  

New Music!

We are pleased to announce the release of some new music today, 9/22/17
"Below The Decks" is a pirate adventure featuring
James Kennedy on Guitar
Catherine Lawson on Fiddle
and Stig Eldred on Accordian
listen here:  http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/jameskennedy10 
or here: http://www.jameskennedyguitar.com

9/11/17

On this "Patriot's Day" with many of us facing the devastation of recent hurricanes and wild fires, here's a musical "hug"  "Hold Me Close" 
https://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/hold-me-close

9/5/17

With wild fires on the West coast, an approaching hurricane on the East coast, the folks in Texas still in recovery mode, seems safe to say we're having a bit of a wild ride!   So from those of us in the Midwest, we hope you're all staying safe!  Here's a rocker with an appropriate title - -
"Wild Bill" from "Patch Work"
https://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/wild-bill

8/30/17

Our hearts and thoughts are with all of those that are affected by Hurricane Harvey.  We hope you will join us in doing whatever you can to help and support them!  Here's a link to several places where you can help:
https://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+help+hurricane+harvey+victims&oq=how+to+help&aqs=chrome.3.69i57j0l5.4047j0j8&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
Help our neighbors because "It's the Right Thing to Do"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vG4AFuSdFkw

8/21/17

Here's a song that first appeared on our cd "Luna" and became so popular that we recorded a live version of it on "Old School"   Seems fitting for today 😉 #SolarEclipse2017
"Eclipse"  https://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/eclipse

8/14/17

This week's song is from the CD "Roulette" and is a rocker with a "chill out" vibe to it. "Beyond Shadows"  https://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/beyond-shadows

8/8/17

Sometimes you just need some great big rock 'n roll, right?  Here's a tune from "Tent Show" to fill the bill.  "Mammoths" https://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/mammoths
enjoy and have a great big week! 😃

7/31/17

As we head into August here's a spicey little tune to heat things up.  "Mis Amigos" from the CD "Q.E.D"  Enjoy! 
https://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/mis-amigos

7/24/17

This song was written for my beautiful friend many years ago.   https://www.audiomack.com/song/jameslkennedy/elena

7/18/17

Happy Tuesday! we're building a page on a new music site where you can stream our songs... visit https://www.audiomack.com/artist/jameslkennedy

and let us know what you think. Thanks! 

7/10/17

#MusicMonday  Thank you one and all who came to our Annual Lawn Party over the weekend!! The weather was beautiful and it was a fun-filled afternoon! For those of you who weren't able to be here, we've loaded two videos up to our Youtube channel that were recorded at the Party.  Thanks again! 
http://www.youtube.com/heartconsortmusic

7/3/17

Happy July! and Happy "Independents" Day too.  😀🎇🎇🎶
As we've mentioned at least a couple times over the last few days,  it's almost time for the James Kennedy & Friends Annual Lawn Party.  Saturday, July 8 Noon on the front lawn of Heart Consort Music (410 First St. SW) in Mt. Vernon, IA.  You're all invited to bring a chair, even a picnic, and enjoy an afternoon of free music.
If you do join us, there's a good chance you'll hear this week's song "No Cats Allowed" from the live cd "Old School"  https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/no-cats-allowed
Thanks! 

6/27/17

#MusicMonday #NewMusic here's something a little different that I've been working on. Hope you like it.....

https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/loopy

6/19/17

Happy Monday!  the Summer Solstice is just a couple of days away, so let's start celebrating early with this tune from "Old School"  "Summertime"  https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/summertime-moondance
#Summertime   Enjoy! 

6/12/17

#MusicMonday This past weekend, some places celebrated the Anniversary of the "Summer Of Love" that happened in San Francisco a 'few' years ago... And others will be celebrating the men in their lives this coming weekend on Father's Day....
So this week's tune is for all of you.... "Groovy Daddy" 
 enjoy! 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0EwVxwd9oo

6/5/17

#MusicMonday In honor of this sweet soul on what would have been her birthday...... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAuW0Iix8UA "Sarah's Lullaby"

5/22/17

#MusicMonday #Summertime It may not feel exactly like summer outside.... but the calendar says it's getting close soooooo..... here's a live video of "Summertime" that was recorded in the studio.... and there's a surprise 'twist' in the middle of the song.... enjoy! 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reKA7usJsds

5/15/17

#MusicMonday #Mothersday "Have I Told You Lately..." https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/have-i-told-you-lately

5/8/17

Happy Monday! Thank you to each and every one of you that came out to Chalk The Walk this weekend! Beautiful weather, beautiful artwork, music and great friends made for a perfect weekend.

(A very special Thanks to our friends who came from far away!)

If you were there on Saturday you heard this tune "General Store" from the CD "Old School" and you saw this guy working on this picture! Thanks again and have a great week! #MusicMonday

https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/general-store

5/1/17

#MusicMonday #MayDay #NewMusic here's another new tune we've been working on for this year's CD. "Hush Now" a contemporary/ethereal piece. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1_iTDf8WII&t=11s watch the video and then subscribe to the channel so that you'll get notified as we post more new music!
Thanks! and be sure to come to Main Street Mt. Vernon for Chalk the Walk 2017   JKF at Chalk The Walk   5pm Saturday May 6th

4/24/17

#MusicMonday This week, we've got more #NewMusic to share with you. A funky, swingin' tune that we recorded live in the studio on 4/23. enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHynrzf5g-s&t=7s

4/17/17

#MusicMonday During spring we appreciate all the flowers, bunnies, little lambs, baby birds and so forth. This week's song celebrates the other critters that return in spring.....

"Bug On A Rug" is a tune we're working on for this year's CD...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnXCqIf0IDY

enjoy! and while you're there, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel.... we'll be posting more videos regularly now.... Thanks! #Spring

4/10/15

#MusicMonday in honor of tomorrow's "Pink" full moon.... here's "Eclipse" from the CD "Luna"

https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/eclipse

Thankful Thursday!

Thank you to all for your support! 

Last Day To Vote!

Hi: today (4/5/17) is the very last day to vote and help us get a Small Business Grant from FedEx.
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3/27/17

#MusicMonday
The man that this song would be celebrating a birthday later this week....
So this one's for him  "Daddy Likes To Dance"  https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/daddy-likes-to-dance

3/20/2017

#MusicMonday #ChuckBerry  for one who inspired so many of us here's "From Chuck To Leo" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyT8_mrE_UE

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

#MusicMonday #StPatricksday   here's "GypsyMoth"  which one reviewer called "Jimi Hendrix in Ireland"  enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AuS4fumXyM

3/7/17

#MusicMonday 11 days and counting until St Pat's Day .... so here's something to get you in the mood.... From the CD "Luna" this is "Maggie's Dream" https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/maggies-dream

2/27/17

#MusicMonday #Oscars for everyone last night who was very "Photogenic" https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/photogenic
from the CD "Old School"

2/20/17

#MusicMonday    #NationalLoveYourPetDay  from the CD "Roulette" here's "Sarah's Lullaby"
https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/sarahs-lullaby

2/13/17

#MusicMonday #ValentinesDay
This week's song feature has special meaning for us. The first time we heard this tune it was done by a legend performing at the Hollywood Bowl. Many years later we added this tune to our "live" set and kept it because it became an audience favorite. We played a version of it at the end of the day when we recorded "Old School" in the studio. Here, then is "Since I Fell for You"https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmus…/since-i-fell-for-you
our humble tribute to #AlJerreau

1/7/17

#TunefulTuesday
A week before "that big romantic holiday" here's a little tune to put you in the mood, 
or not :) "I Don't Think So" from "Roulette
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn_aaX8dHUA

1/31/17

#TunefulTuesday Here's a cut from "Roulette" called "Beyond Shadows"https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/beyond-shadws Thanks! have a great week!

1/24/17

#TuesdayTunes This is what happens when you write a song but can't think of a title... "That African Song" from the CD "Bits 'N Pieces" 

http://0bc.xyz/2Bc

buy it here:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/bits-n-pieces/id5113748

and
Thanks to your continued support, still #1! in Regional and moving up in National at Reverbnation.com ! Woooo! heartconsortmusic.com

1/16/17

#MusicMonday here's a little Middle Eastern Flavor to start the week.... "Eye of the Needle" from the CD "Unknown"

https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/eye-of-the-needle

1/9/17

#MusicMonday in honor of Thursday's #FullMoon here's a cut from "Old School" called "Eclipse" https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/eclipse
enjoy and have a great week!

1/2/17

#MusicMonday Say good-bye to '16 and hello to '17 with a cut from "25" "Bye Bye Blues" https://soundcloud.com/heartconsortmusic/bye-bye-blues